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Saliva helps restore the acid balance in the mouth, but a diet high in acidic and spicy foods can damage this natural protective layer.
Dentists recommend limiting the intake of acidic foods such as soda, fruit juices, pickles, and yogurt due to the risk of tooth erosion and cavities.
Soda contains phosphoric acid, which is more erosive to teeth than the organic acids found in other foods.
Workers in battery and phosphate fertilizer production who are frequently exposed to sulfuric and phosphoric acids have a higher rate of tooth erosion and cavities.
Using a straw can also help reduce tooth erosion, as it allows the drink to bypass the teeth when consumed. It is advisable not to drink carbonated soft drinks before going to bed.
